The Prime Minister in Action

Press Occasion on North Korea’s Missile Launch (First Occasion on August 29)

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe held a press occasion at the Prime Minister's Office.

In regard to North Korea's missile launch, the Prime Minister said,

“It appears that North Korea launched a ballistic missile towards Japan and that it flew over Japan. We will immediately gather and analyze information. In addition, we will take all possible measures to fully protect the lives of the Japanese people.”